About the course

The course delivery comprises of a combination of classes and practicals, with subjects such as Auxiliary and Main Propulsion Systems, Safety and the Environment, Operations, Electrical, Vessel Construction and Maintenance. Candidates will get the chance to get hands on experience with maintenance and operation in each of these topics.

Upon satisfactory completion of the training and assessment and subject to meeting further requirements of a relevant Maritime Authority, students may be able to obtain a Marine Engine Driver Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency from the appropriate Maritime Authority.

Entry Requirements

Each student is required to undertake a prescribed LLN assessment before they are granted entry to the qualification course.

While not a qualification entry requirement, the institution, as part of its student application process does requires each potential student to complete a medical declaration, which may require further discussion as to the student’s suitability to undertake the course of study.

Career opportunities

Employment in the small vessel sector, including the commercial and tourism sectors, and in fisheries.

Contact details

^ Dates may vary depending on units undertaken. AMC reserves the right to reschedule or cancel courses due to insufficient enrolments.

* Includes short course, Shipboard Safety Skill Set (cost included in course fee).

* AMSA Final Assessment Fees are not included in the course fee, please contact AMSA direct for application cost and licencing requirements.

+ This course is not available to international students

Unique Student Identifier (USI)

As of 1 January 2015 students undertaking nationally recognised training are required to have a USI.To apply, please visit: Unique Student Identifier. You will be asked to provide your USI upon enrolment.